Job summaryRoyal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint an outstanding Consultant Anaesthetistto join the Anaesthesia Department at North Middlesex University Hospital (NMUH).These appointments offer an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking department delivering high-quality anaesthetic care across a broad range of surgical specialties. The successful candidates will play a key role in supporting and developing our Ophthalmology Service, alongside contributing to elective, emergency and obstetric anaesthesia services.North Middlesex University Hospital is part of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, one of the largest and most innovative NHS organisations in the UK, serving a diverse population across North London.Main duties of the jobThe Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivaled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topAbout usThe Anaesthesia Department provides comprehensive peri-operative care across a busy and modern theatre complex supporting a wide range of elective and emergency surgical activity.Our services include:Emergency and trauma anaesthesiaGeneral SurgeryTrauma and OrthopaedicsUrologyGynaecologyOphthalmologyObstetric AnaesthesiaIntensive Care and High Dependency ServicesPeri-operative AssessmentRegional AnaesthesiaUndergraduate and Postgraduate Medical EducationNMUH provides a comprehensive 24-hour emergency anaesthetic service and supports a busy maternity unit with approximately 5,000 births annually.The department has a strong reputation for:Clinical excellenceEducation and trainingQuality improvementService innovationMultidisciplinary workingDetailsDate posted11 August 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 113,565 to 150,569 a year Per Annum + 2,162 London weighting ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number391-NMUH- 8186174Job locationsNorth Middlesex University HospitalNorth Middlesex Hospital NHS TrustLondonN18 1QXUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesEssential Specialist RequirementExpertise in Ophthalmic AnaesthesiaApplicants must demonstrate substantial experience and competency in Ophthalmic Anaesthesia and be able to provide independent consultant-level anaesthetic care for ophthalmic surgical procedures from commencement in post.The successful candidates will play a key role in supporting the continued development and expansion of ophthalmic surgical services at North Middlesex University Hospital.Person SpecificationApplicants must have:Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practise.FRCA or equivalent specialist qualification.Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Anaesthesia, or be within six months of obtaining CCT at the time of interview.Experience in emergency and obstetric anaesthesia.Significant experience in ophthalmic anaesthetic practice.Evidence of participation in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement.Excellent communication and leadership skills.A strong commitment to multidisciplinary team working.Enthusiasm for education, teaching and professional development.A patient-centred approach to care. Job description Job responsibilitiesEssential Specialist RequirementExpertise in Ophthalmic AnaesthesiaApplicants must demonstrate substantial experience and competency in Ophthalmic Anaesthesia and be able to provide independent consultant-level anaesthetic care for ophthalmic surgical procedures from commencement in post.The successful candidates will play a key role in supporting the continued development and expansion of ophthalmic surgical services at North Middlesex University Hospital.Person SpecificationApplicants must have:Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practise.FRCA or equivalent specialist qualification.Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Anaesthesia, or be within six months of obtaining CCT at the time of interview.Experience in emergency and obstetric anaesthesia.Significant experience in ophthalmic anaesthetic practice.Evidence of participation in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement.Excellent communication and leadership skills.A strong commitment to multidisciplinary team working.Enthusiasm for education, teaching and professional development.A patient-centred approach to care.Person Specification Royal Free shared commitments EssentialDemonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments Education and professional qualifications EssentialFull registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a current licence to practise.CCT in Anaesthesia or equivalent specialist accreditation and eligibility for entry onto the GMC Specialist Register, or within six months of obtaining CCT at the time of interviewFellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FRCA) or equivalent recognised specialist qualification Experience EssentialBroad experience in the full range of anaesthetic practice expected of a Consultant AnaesthetistSignificant experience in peri-operative care of elective and emergency surgical patients.Experience of providing obstetric anaesthetic services including labour ward and emergency obstetric anaesthesia. Person Specification Royal Free shared commitments EssentialDemonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments Education and professional qualifications EssentialFull registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a current licence to practise.CCT in Anaesthesia or equivalent specialist accreditation and eligibility for entry onto the GMC Specialist Register, or within six months of obtaining CCT at the time of interviewFellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FRCA) or equivalent recognised specialist qualification Experience EssentialBroad experience in the full range of anaesthetic practice expected of a Consultant AnaesthetistSignificant experience in peri-operative care of elective and emergency surgical patients.Experience of providing obstetric anaesthetic services including labour ward and emergency obstetric anaesthesia.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameRoyal Free London NHS Foundation TrustAddressNorth Middlesex University HospitalNorth Middlesex Hospital NHS TrustLondonN18 1QXUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameRoyal Free London NHS Foundation TrustAddressNorth Middlesex University HospitalNorth Middlesex Hospital NHS TrustLondonN18 1QXUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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